Welcome to WCOLA | Wabana Chain of Lakes Association Web Site

Latest DNR Information

Minnesota DNR launches new online tools for updated State Wildlife Action Plan (published July 28, 2026) July 28, 2026
Online resources include new data viewer.
Minnesota DNR accepting comments on environmental review documents for proposed Cedar Lake Manoomin Restoration Project (published July 28, 2026) July 28, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is accepting comments from July 28 until Aug. 27 on an environmental assessment worksheet related to the proposed Cedar Lake Manoomin Restoration Project, located in Carlton County.
Minnesota DNR accepting comments on environmental review documents for the Mile Post 7 west ridge railroad relocation, dam progressions and stream mitigation project (published July 28, 2026) July 28, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is accepting comments from July 28 until Aug. 27 on an environmental assessment worksheet related to the proposed Mile Post 7 project, located in Lake County.
Minnesota hunting regulations available for 2026 seasons (published July 27, 2026) July 27, 2026
Hunters will find major updates to electronic licensing, deer seasons and waterfowl regulations.
Minnesota DNR seeks public input on Leech Lake Fisheries Management Plan (published July 27, 2026) July 27, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites people interested in Leech Lake fisheries management to share their thoughts on a draft update of the fisheries management plan for the lake.
Minnesota DNR reports heightened fish mortality during prolonged heat (published July 24, 2026) July 24, 2026
With hot summer weather creating stressful conditions for fish in lakes, rivers and streams across the state, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is sharing what people can do if they see a fish mortality event — and how they can help prevent them.
DNR Fish and Wildlife Almanac, July 20 (published July 20, 2026) July 20, 2026
A weekly list of news briefs about fish, wildlife and habitat management.
Minnesota DNR offering $1.7M in community grants to address emerald ash borer impacts (published July 20, 2026) July 20, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is offering $1.7 million in community grants to address the impact of emerald ash borer on community forests.
Minnesota DNR seeks input on three-duck limit option (published July 20, 2026) July 20, 2026
Proposal aims to recruit new waterfowl hunters.
Enhanced burning restrictions to begin Monday due to worsening fire conditions (published July 19, 2026) July 19, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will activate Class IV burning restrictions beginning 12:01 p.m., Monday, July 20, for Cook, Koochiching, Lake and northern St. Louis counties, and also including the portions of the George Washington State Forest and Scenic State Park that extend into Itasca County.

Hestia | Developed by ThemeIsle